Copyright © 2008 by Christopher R. Edgar.
All rights reserved.
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this book, he makes no representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of
the contents of this book, and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose. This work is provided with the understanding that the author is not
providing medical, psychological, or other professional services. The advice and strategies contained in
this book may not be suitable for your situation. You should consult with a professional where
appropriate.
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Contents
Introduction / 1
1.
You Are Not Your Career / 9
Exercise 1: Dissolve Your Self-Distraction / 11
Exercise 2: Simplify Your Fears / 12
Exercise 3: You Are Not Your Fear / 14
Exercise 4: Appreciate Your Other Dimensions / 15
Exercise 5: Transcend Your Boundaries / 16
2.
Let Go Of Your Resistance / 19
Exercise 1: Your Resistance Touches Everything / 20
Exercise 2: Fully Experience Your Resistance / 21
Exercise 3: You Are Not Your Resistance / 22
3.
It's Okay To Have Wants / 24
Exercise 1: Find A Compassionate Listener / 25
Exercise 2: Put Attention On What You Want / 26
Exercise 3: You Are Not Your Self-Denial / 27
4.
Give Yourself Permission To Enjoy What You Do / 29
Exercise 1: Let Your Natural Happiness Be / 30
Exercise 2: Let The World Affect You / 31
Exercise 3: Notice People's Response To Your Joy / 32
Conclusion / 33
About The Author / 35
Introduction
This book is designed to help two groups of people. The first group would like to change
careers or start a business, but has the nagging feeling that for one reason or another, the transition isn't
possible. Perhaps these people feel they don't have the skill or ambition to make the change, that the
business they're interested in is too competitive or not lucra